Retail Education
Lighting and home furnishings retailers of all sizes in all locations around North America face similar problems and have similar concerns. They need to know the latest industry news and have access to the latest product introductions, always keeping up with what's new and what's next. In this section, retailers will have access to news and feature stories to keep them up to date on this evolving industry.
Top 3 Design Trends in Every State
The latest research on top design trends from Joybird surprised a lot of designers this week. The online furniture retailer's newest findings break down the top three most searched design trends by…
Storytime
"Tell me a bit about yourself.”
No matter how many times I’ve been asked that question (or a variation of it) in networking circles, I will unabashedly say that my inner monologue still hesitates…
Home Depot and Laurel & Wolfe Announce Digital Interior Design Partnership
Over the last few years, online interior design services such as Home Polish and Havenly have challenged the notion that interior design is an in-person experience. While these companies have seen…
Facebook Ads Manager: How to Set Up a Facebook Pixel
With 1.94 billion monthly active users, Facebook continues to be the dominate social media platform. No matter your target demographic, you can find them posting, sharing and commenting on Facebook,…
The 17th Annual Goombay Bash Breaks Fundraising Record
The 17th annual Goombay Bash shattered its fundraising record on Saturday night, raising over $700,000 to be donated to the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University.…
What You Should Know About Web Accessibility and the Law
In our June issue, we talked to web accessibility experts about the importance of making your website easy to navigate for everyone, including those with visual impairments. Making sure that…
Legrand's Smart Move and What It Means for Smart Lighting
An estimated 10 million Amazon Alexa-powered devices have been sold, according to a recent report from the Consumer Intelligence Research Partners. This past July, the company sold three times as…
To Cure Cancer
On Saturday, July 29, the 17th Annual Goombay Bash will take over Chicago's Navy Pier Grand Ballroom in Caribbean-style fashion to raise money for cancer research. Organized by nonprofit The H…
How to Improve Your YouTube Traffic
You know how much work it can take to produce just one video for your business. There’s nothing more frustrating than putting in all that time in effort, only for the views to come up short. It’s…
The Ultimate Guide to the Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market
Experiencing the Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market for the first time can feel like a rush — a rush of anxiety. With so many buildings and seemingly endless floors, AmericasMart…